Starbucks brings back another vet for top post

Feb 25, 2008

SEATTLEAnother key executive from Starbucks’ fast-growth days is returning to duty. Arthur Rubenfeld has rejoined the chain in the newly created post of president of global development, with responsibility for site selection, design and “creative concepting,” according to the brand’s parent, Starbucks Corp.

Rubenfeld previously was chief development officer and executive vice president of corporate strategy for Potbelly Sandwich Works, the Chicago-based fast-ca